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1978
2015
Renan "Ram" Maramba, 36, of Dallas, TX, passed away unexpectedly on May 2, 2015. He was born to Guila and Raffy Maramba, November 14, 1978, in Manila, Philippines. Ram lived in Manila from his birth until 1986 when the family moved to Santa Monica, California. In January 1998, Ram moved to Dallas, TX and was married to Dyan from November 3, 2000 to February 26, 2014. He was employed at Muratec America from 1998 through 2010, beginning as a bench technician and leaving as a technical trainer. Ram graduated with a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, with a concentration in Entrepreneurship from the University of Texas at Dallas in 2015.
Ram was a renowned knifemaker, designer and owner of Zero Knives in partnership with his dear friend Laura Campbell. Knife making began as a hobby in 2002 under the guidance of veteran knife maker, mentor and friend, Larry Davidson. Ram's fascination with the mechanics, craftsmanship, and aesthetic detail of knives drove his talent and passion to create the beautiful custom knives that were admired throughout the knife community and cherished by his customers. Additionally, Ram's passion for life extended to more pursuits. He trained in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu under Carlos Machado, where he was proud to be promoted to advanced belts and went on to become a popular writer for blogs devoted to Mixed Martial Arts (MMA). He trained for and completed a half marathon, was an avid gun collector and traveler.
He is survived by his mother, Guila, his father Raffy, his step-mother Marsha, his sisters GJ, Gia, Gemm, and Seiko, his brothers Polo, Lawrence, and Tobias, his nieces Anjelica and Sabina, his nephews Craig, Ethan, and Carter, his ex-wife, Dyan, his stepsons Lupe and Luis,his step granddaughter Rebecca, his girlfriend Ivy, his beloved dogs Buddy, Basie, and Bonnie as well as numerous other family members and friends.
This is a profound loss for all who knew and loved him. Rest well, Ram.
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May 23, 2015
Tobias Maramba
I was supposed to see you graduate; I remember our family bought the airline tickets to Dallas to attend the graduation. And then this happens like a jolt out of the blue. I will forever miss your company and your smile, my brother and friend. Love, Tobias.
May 11, 2015
Ram was such a special person and I remember whenever I saw him, he always seem so upbeat and happy with that wonderful smile. May he rest in peace. Sandy Keller
May 11, 2015
Rene Pagan
Good bye friend, thank for the joy and laughter you brought in to my life.
Your charismatic personality was inspiring, and uplifting like none I have ever experienced.
You will be missed, a ray from your shining light will be with me for the rest my life.
May 10, 2015
Lucas Burnley
You're one of the good ones bro. Gonna miss seeing you in Atlanta. My thoughts are with your family. RIP.
May 10, 2015
Greg Grimshaw
In our brief encounters, Ram's warmth and wit were always evidenced by his engaging smile. My sincere condolences to Dyan and the rest of the family.
May 9, 2015
Sebastijan Berenji, Borka Blades
My thoughts and prayers are with your family. I'm glad I had the chance to have met you. You will be missed.
May 9, 2015
Kristen Ellis Horton
We will hold on to you forever, Ram!!
May 9, 2015
Chris Cabug
Missing you bud. You were the life of the party at knife shows. I still remember my first show in Vegas years ago when John invited me to the Suspect suite you were the first to welcome and engage me in conversation. You are always with us pare.
May 9, 2015
Henry Mori
I am deeply shocked to hear of the sudden death of you and I would like to offer my deepest sympathy.
May 9, 2015
Clayton Miller
So glade I got to meet and hang out with you at shows you were the life of the party. I will missing being able to ramble on about things to you and seeing your new creations.
May 9, 2015
Jonathan McNees
I'm really glad that I had the pleasure of knowing you. My thoughts are with your family and loved ones.
May 8, 2015
Todd Wielinski
Rest well. Learned so much from, regretfully, only meeting you once. The impression you made, and knowledge you shared will be with me always.
May 8, 2015
Josh Stalford
Ram had such and amazing personality and sense of humor that touched so may people.
You were taken too soon, buddy, and you will be missed.
May 8, 2015
Samella McKinzie
Meeting Ram was like meeting someone I have known for a while. He was kind and had an awesome sense of humor! My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
May 8, 2015
Jon clawson
You will be missed, quick smile and good humor. It was my pleasure to know you, I will miss you...
May 8, 2015
Michael Johnston
I'll miss you brother. Your smile will forever be etched in my brain. SFFS.
May 8, 2015
Durwood Fletcher
Ram, Judy and I were fortunate to know you.
Your smile and humor will be greatly missed.
May 8, 2015
Barry Jones
Your presence may be slightly diminished but it won't be gone completely. You will always be remembered.
May 8, 2015
K Wilson
May 8, 2015
jeremy horton
We gave it all we had....I miss you so much little buddy....SF4L
May 8, 2015
Chris Tran
Hey bud it was a fun ride. I'll always remember the hilarious conversations we had and the gift of life you bestowed upon everybody you met. Have a safe trip brother. I miss you.
May 8, 2015
Billy Cho
Rest easy my friend. I'll see you on the other side.
May 7, 2015
Joe King
Friend and brother, you will be missed. You'll always be with us in spirit.
May 7, 2015
John Gonzalez
Ram was truly a wonderful soul. He was generous and kind, intelligent and creative. He had a remarkable sense of humor. I can honestly say that he made me laugh more than anyone I've ever met. It's a rare person who can positively affect so many people in such a tragically short period of time.
I will miss you dearly, my friend.
May 7, 2015
Cesar Gamino
Ram you always had a smile on your face you where one of the funniest dudes I ever met. Miss you buddy till we meet again #yellowneck
May 7, 2015
Matt Blackie
Ram-O i can't believe you're gone my friend. You were a great friend and one of the funniest guys i knew. I will always remember the couple nights that you put me up and how far out of your way you went for a stranger from Australia that you'd never met.
You will always be a brother to me. Rest in Peace and Grind knives in heaven my friend. I'll see you in the next life.
May 7, 2015
Martin Olexey
It was impossible not to smile and laugh anytime Ram was around. A real, genuine, good guy. My condolences to the family. He will be missed.
Martin Olexey
Bryan, TX
May 7, 2015
Jason Gipson
Ram, we will miss you very much. This world is poorer for your loss. Rest well Brother.
May 7, 2015
May you rest in peace pards
May 7, 2015
Dave Mundell
I will miss your smile my friend.
May 7, 2015
Erik Larsen
Miss you, Ram. You were one of the best. You were selfless. A star has fallen. Easy journey, little Brother.
May 7, 2015
Neil Ostroff
Ram- you were a cool guy, immensely talented and all these years I have never heard a bad word about you. Everybody liked you. Why were you taken so young? With so much more life in you to share.
We will all miss you and not forget you.
May 7, 2015
Marlin Biggers
Rest in peace my friend. Your smile will be missed by many of us. The world's light is a little dimmer with your passing. When I see you again we will do that knife.
May 7, 2015
Mark Leonardini
Ram, you were one of the kindest, smartest, funniest men it was ever my pleasure and honor to know. The world is sadly dimmer for your passing. Rest easy, my friend.
May 7, 2015
Tom Mayo
Sometimes, it just sucks. Wish you didnt have to leave so soon!
May 7, 2015
Jerry Hossom
Ram, my friend, I admired you from the moment you asked me that first humble question about making knives, and I've smiled at every success you've had since. God Bless you and may your knifemaking only get better in the kingdom of heaven. --Jerry Hossom
May 7, 2015
Bobby Grove
Ram, I loved you like a little brother. I miss you the same. Operation Kindness will always receive a yearly donation in your name from me as long as the good Lord keeps me alive. RIP Brother.....
May 7, 2015
Michelle Larsen
Miss you. Love you. See you at the Crossroads my friend.
May 7, 2015
Chris Crowley
Brother... I have no words to describe the shock I am still in over your passing. I will miss you terribly my friend. Your wit, caring, thoughtfulness and soul were second to none. Rest well my dear friend. Too soon. Too soon.
May 7, 2015
Chad Tueller
I only met Ram once. It was at G6 last year in vegas. I thought his table was first come first serve on Friday. I got up at 5am to get in line at Planet Hollywood. I was first In line and I told everyone in line I wanted a Sulaco from Ram's table. I rushed in to try and snag the beautiful blade from his table. He told me it was first come first serve on Saturday. I was totally bummed. But I sat and talked with Ram for a while at the beginning of the show and he treated me like an old friend. I wish I would not have spent all my money on lottery wins on Friday or I would have been first in line on Saturday as well. Ram will be sorely missed for his beautiful knives but more for the great person he was.
May 7, 2015
Mark Stheiner
Thank you for sharing your smile, friendship and quick wit with us all, Ram. Rest in peace, my friend. Wishing peace for all of Ram's friends and family.
May 7, 2015
Pete Carey
Ram's wit was as sharp as his knives!
Rest in peace pal!
May 7, 2015
Tammi Tiller
So sorry that this world is without an amazing individual. You were admired by all who met you. You will be missed beyond belief.
May 7, 2015
Adelina Mendoza
A person that departs from this earth never truly leaves, for they are still alive in our hearts and minds, through us, they live on. Ram you were a one of a kind and you will truly be missed
May 7, 2015
Tony Salgado
Ram, it was an honor to have known you even if it was only for a little while. The world has lost a unique and beautiful soul; you will be missed my friend. May you rest in peace.
May 7, 2015
Jon Proctor
Gone but not forgotten. Rest easy Ram.
May 7, 2015
T. Holden
Ram's influence will be missed in so many ways. Family, friend, student, artist, and counselor to many, Ram kept himself busy night and day making sure others knew they were a priority. Gone too soon; impossible to replace. You will be missed, Ram.
May 7, 2015
Scot Cottingham
The world lost a talented man with an amazing personality. Everyone that interacted with Ram was blessed to have known him. Rest in peace my friend.
May 7, 2015
Will Leavitt
Ram, gonna miss your humor. Godspeed man.
May 7, 2015
Mason Renfer
Ram, I don't even know what to say. Thanks for being so positive and optimistic all the time. Thanks for encouraging me to take a path even when I was positive I should give up. I promise to keep thoughts of you with me on my journey.
May 7, 2015
Donald Campbell
Epitaph to my own friend.
An honest man here lies at rest,
As ever God with His image blessed:
The friend of man, the friend of truth;
The friend of age, and guide of youth;
Few hearts like his, with virtue warm'd,
Few heads with knowledge so inform'd;
If there's another world he lives in bliss;
If there is none he made the best of this.
Robert Burns.
Written with Ram in mind. Rest well my friend.
May 7, 2015
Nick Rolfe
Gone too soon, and missed by all. The way you lived your life is an inspiration to everyone who knew you.
RIP, little bro, see you on the other side.
May 7, 2015
peter rassenti
I learned more from your humility than i ever thought possible. Rest easy my brother.
May 7, 2015
Greg Bourdet
Rest easy brother. You will always be in our hearts.
May 7, 2015
Damian Luna
The world is less one of the better of us. Thank you for being a friend. Rest now peacefully....
May 7, 2015
Axel Genter
RIP Ram and keep smiling...
May 7, 2015
Thom Jason
Ram, you were a great guy. I miss you greatly, and am proud to own something that you made.
Thank you for being you, and for touching my life.
May 7, 2015
Spencer Reiter
Ram,
Always enjoyed the quick wit and the friendly banter we shared. You will be missed but your legacy will never be forgotten.
R.I.P
SAR
May 7, 2015
Arian Hormozi
Ram,
While I did not know you personally, I did through the digital medium and through the community of people who both followed your work and knew you personally. The impact of your loss has been felt far and wide, and I am personally grieved that I will never have a chance to meet you in person and experience the wit, compassion and talent that made you so cherished by so many. My deepest condolences to your family and friends, you are missed by us all.
May 7, 2015
Chris reader
Only met once and talked a half dozen times but I knew from the beginning that I liked you. Hope your family finds peace soon, God speed to you buddy...
May 7, 2015
Ronald Smith
Rest in peace my friend.
May 7, 2015
Tony Gallo
Ramalamadingdong!!! I'll miss ya.... A lot of people will, for many years. Thanks for always being you. Rest easy, brother.
May 7, 2015
Ralph Kolbusz
You'll be missed, your smile will be missed along with your humor. Keep the room laughing up there for us. Rest easy and God Bless.
May 7, 2015
Vincent Roberts
Your talent was only surpassed by your wonderful attitude and generosity toward everyone you met. People worldwide admired your work and those who met you smiled and laughed at your wit. We already miss you!
May 7, 2015
Rest in peace brother. I never met you in person but you are family SF4L. You touched a lot of lives with your smile and sense of humor. Your spirit lives on. Your physical self is no longer here but you continue to live on watch over all of those you love. Blessings
May 7, 2015
Ryan Uy
You will definitely be missed brother!!
May 7, 2015
Farmer Rob
SF4L my lechon loving friend... - FFR
May 7, 2015
Jimmy Armstrong
Rip brutha, may god be with your family in this time of need. Way to young...
May 7, 2015
Turtle Huynh
Such a great soul. Your comedic relief and charm will be missed.
May 7, 2015
Will Crutcher
Ram was one of the funniest and full of life people that I have ever met. His quick wit and always laughing mood will sincerly be missed by all. We will see you on the other side my friend.
May 7, 2015
Faisal Yamin
I personally did not know Ram and I didn't have a chance to meet him but as a member of the knife community I am truly sorry. I al have heard is great things about him, his wit, his sense of humor and his work.
May 7, 2015
Pieter Zeegers
Rest in peace Ram.
May 7, 2015
Brad Saksons
I will miss our silly conversations and that big smile at shows! Our community suffered a major loss with your passing and I will keep you in my heart forever.
May 7, 2015
Josh Gilbert
Rest easy, ram. Godspeed brother.
May 7, 2015
Brandon Hong
Ram, your kindness was infectious to those who knew you a lot, or a little. You were an awesome source of positive energy. You will be missed. Rest in Peace.
May 7, 2015
Mark Kee
From the first day we met, he treated me like an old friend ....on the other side little buddy, ill catch you there...
May 7, 2015
Matt Harris
Your humor, kindness, and smile were rivaled by none. It was an honor to call you my friend. Rest easy bud.
May 7, 2015
tay mong
Although i dun know u well ~ but i own three of your custom zero knives . RIP my friend . Tay
May 7, 2015
Edmund Wong
I never had the chance to know Ram. Breaks my heart to learn of him this way... I wish I could've known him under better circumstances, as from so many wonderful things that've been said about him from practically everyone that I've met online that knows him. My heart goes out to his family and friends, may he watch over them from the Heavens.
May 7, 2015
Scott Wolfrom
You are a blessing to the custom knife world. Rest in glory my friend. You will always be remembered.
May 7, 2015
Christopher Fleniken
Ram was a truly phenomenal guy, always with a smile and quick wit. I'm proud to have called him friend and family. He will be missed by everyone he touched. My deepest condolences and prayers to his family.
May 7, 2015
Jon AKA alphabet Szymkiewicz
Ram your smile made me smile I'll see you on the other side.
Rest easy my friend
May 7, 2015
Ryan Thompson
Thank you Ram for all that you brought to the knife world and the world as a whole. Your smile will be remembered as will the sincere, humorous conversations you shared with so many!
May 7, 2015
Jason Di Paolo
You will be greatlt missed by all. Rest
May 7, 2015
Tom McCreery
In my mind, I see Ram's big smile and his hand out to greet me. I always enjoyed talking to him. Rest in Peace Ram.
May 7, 2015
Michael Weisbaum
Ram was an amazing person. Very talented and special. Rest in peace brother.
May 7, 2015
Trent Goodwin
Ram's razor sharp wit and infectious smile will always be with us. Rest in Peace, buddy.
May 7, 2015
Byron Witty
Our conversations always made me laugh Ram, you were truly a class act always giving more than you take. Safe Journey my friend.
May 7, 2015
Michael Burch
I never left a conversation with Ram without a smile on my face. You will be greatly missed my friend. Rest in Peace.
May 6, 2015
Sherry Payne
Ram was so kind and wonderful...he welcomed me into his home, gave me a tour of his beloved knife shop, told such wonderful and funny stories of the Ram and Dyan escapades, and made me feel like I had known him forever...Rest in peace, my brother...love you.
May 6, 2015
Steevens Alconcel
I will always remember your kindness and your smile... Until we meet again... Rest In Peace my friend.
May 6, 2015
Keith Currie
When I think of Ram, I think of that smile and his wonderful personality. Thoughts and prayers to all of Ram's loved ones. Rest in peace Ram.
May 5, 2015
Mark Phillips
You gifted me with your friendship and I am thankful. Until we meet again.
May 5, 2015
Dudley L Dawkins
Much love my Brother, you and your smile will always be with me....God Bless and we'll laugh again together one day.
May 5, 2015
Karl Monk
The life we're given is precious and lived a moment at a time. I will always remember Ram and his infectious enthusiasm and zest for life. He worked hard and had integrity that set him apart from others. Ram was a friend to all and all that met him loved him. Unfortunately we are left to celebrate what might have been. I'll think of Ram each and every day as I slip the knife he made for me in my pocket. We love you, Ram!
May 5, 2015
Karen Johnson
Ram was such a bright point of light with so much accomplished and so much yet to be accomplished. Although we cannot comprehend the reason that someone is taken from this life before we are ready for them to leave, we have to take comfort knowing that they are in a much better place.
We were already missing you from work Ram, and now have to miss you from this world.
Holding Ram's Family in my heart and prayers.
May 5, 2015
Rita Baeza
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
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